Not sure anyone really knows what's happening in in DC. But... There is so much construction happening that many things are inaccessible - like the white house itself, but much more. Black gates surround and cordone walkways, buildings, parks. It's pretty uninviting right now. Also, the national guard is everywhere. Even in my hotel. They're chill, but yeah, everywhere. You get the feel that either: A) the city is in mid-transition toward a clean/rebuilt future. The gates will be removed, the guard will leave and everything will be safer and nicer. B) We're under a complete fucking lock down. The gates will not be removed and thr guard won't stay chill forever.